Add a little floral detail to class with the Capezio In-Silhouette Rudi F12703W ballet leotard. A mock neckline, sheer floral sleeves and a generous open back give this classic Black style its character. With a built-in bra and full front lining, it’s a lovely choice for students who enjoy good support and a more structured feel.

Best For: Student ballet classes • Rehearsals • Built-in bust support • Excellent body coverage

Why You’ll Love the Capezio Rudi Ballet Leotard

• Support built in: An integrated bra adds bust support within the leotard.
• Reassuring coverage: Full front lining and the Black main fabric provide excellent opacity through the body.
• Delicate floral texture: The burnout overlay adds tonal detail, with a sheer finish across the upper chest and short sleeves.
• A distinctive back: A rounded opening sits beneath the neckband, secured with a hook-and-eye fastening.

Capezio Rudi F12703W – Fit & Class Comfort

The layered fabric feels substantial and flexible, with less elastic give and a less airy feel than lighter leotards. Check the Capezio size chart carefully, especially your girth and bust measurements, to allow comfortable movement through the torso and shoulders.

Dance World Tip: Pair Rudi with a plain ballet skirt to keep the floral neckline and sleeves in view. Pink tights add a classic ballet finish.

• Body: 80% polyester, 20% elastane.
• Burnout fabric: 59% polyester, 30% nylon, 11% elastane.
• Lining: Full front lining through the main body.
• Support construction: Built-in bra.
• Finish: Tonal floral burnout overlay, with a sheer upper-chest yoke, short sleeves and panels surrounding the back opening.

The layered body feels more structured and less airy than lighter leotard fabrics. Its construction is flexible, with less elastic give, so the fibre percentages should be considered alongside the actual fit and feel.
The Black lined body offers excellent coverage. The decorative yoke and sleeves remain sheer, and the back includes a large open cut-out.

Use the Capezio women’s size chart and measure carefully before choosing. Rudi has a close fit and a layered construction that is flexible but has less elastic give than lighter leotards. Pay particular attention to girth and bust/chest, then compare waist and hip measurements too.

The leotard should have enough torso length to sit comfortably through the shoulders and crotch, with the built-in bra sitting comfortably around the bust. Fasten the neckband and gently raise your arms, reach forward and bend to check that the neckline, sleeves and body move comfortably with you.

Choose the fit from your measurements rather than relying on the fabric to stretch into place. Avoid choosing a smaller size to seek more support. If your measurements fall across sizes, or you have a longer torso, contact Dance World for guidance. There is no blanket size-up recommendation for this style.

The built-in bra provides support, but the level of support you experience will depend on your fit and individual needs.

Follow the garment care label. Capezio recommends:
• Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle.
• Lay flat to dry.
For general care of the decorative fabric, fasten the hook and eye before washing and use a mesh laundry bag to separate the leotard from rough fastenings. Wash with similar colours and a mild detergent. Avoid wringing, rubbing the floral surface or pulling on the sheer panels. Reshape gently while damp and keep hairpins and Velcro away from the fabric in your dance bag.